Job Description We are seeking a Personal Injury Paralegal with a strong litigation background to join a legal team with our client firm. The ideal candidate will assist attorneys in managing cases from intake to trial, including pre-litigation preparation, discovery, and trial support. This position requires excellent organizational, communication, and legal research skills to ensure efficient case progression. Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of personal injury cases, including drafting pleadings, discovery responses, and motions.
- Conduct legal research and prepare summaries for case strategy.
- Coordinate the discovery process, including preparing and serving interrogatories, requests for production, and subpoenas.
- Communicate with clients, medical providers, experts, and opposing counsel to gather necessary case information.
- Prepare and maintain case files, timelines, and other related documents.
- Prepare for trial by organizing exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders.
- Attend depositions, hearings, and trial as needed.
- Monitor case deadlines, including statute of limitations and discovery cutoffs, ensuring timely filing of documents.
- Assist in settlement negotiations and prepare settlement documents.
- Manage case updates and maintain client communication.
Qualifications:
- Paralegal Certification
- 3+ years of personal injury paralegal experience, with a litigation as well.
- Strong knowledge of personal injury law, litigation procedures, and trial prep.
- Proficient in legal research, drafting legal documents, and case management software.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.
- Spanish speaking preferred.
Please send resume to ...@gogpac.com for consideration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.